My Daughter Found Out About My Addiction and Now My Family Is in Crisis - a podcast by Robert Weiss, PhD, MSW and Tami VerHelst
from 2021-01-06T16:26:38
Rob and Tami answer some questions from betrayed spouses. It’s important to remember that addicts have a tendency to lie to try and protect their addiction as much as possible. Is what your addict saying the truth or a fragment of the truth? Rob and Tami also answer questions on how to rebuild your family, and trust, when you’ve been discovered or recently undergone a relapse.
TAKEAWAYS:
[0:30] My SA husband doesn’t remember why he hired prostitutes. He doesn’t remember anything. Is that normal?
[3:40] Dr. Rob does do consultations. It’s not therapy, but it has helped people get a clear head.
[4:55] I’m a gay sex addict. I want to break the habit, how can I have more discipline?
[9:10] How can I set strong boundaries with my addict?
[10:50] My daughter found my nudes and because of this, I had to confess to my wife my relapse. What do I do now?
[16:25] Your family is in crisis. You need someone to help guide you.
[16:50] I’m afraid to connect with my addict again. How can we rebuild?
[20:55] My therapists recommend full disclosure, but I don’t want to hurt my wife further. I know what I did. Help!
[24:55] My husband relapsed and all I’m hearing is excuses. Is he just lying?
[29:10] What effect does porn have on the brain?
[31:25] Need help? Reach out. Dr. Rob and Tami can refer you to someone.
RESOURCES:
Email Tami: Tami@Seekingintegrity.com
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